New Radar Display at DBQ To Allow Controllers To Monitor Air Traffic

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Story Created: May 13, 2008 at 6:36 AM CST

Story Updated: May 13, 2008 at 9:18 AM CST

DUBUQUE - The Dubuque Regional Airport will unveil a new safety display this week.

A new radar display will show air traffic controlled by Chicago Center. Airport officials say the tool will help local air traffic controllers better manage aircraft in the Dubuque area.

Dubuque regularly exceeds 200 operations per day. A ribbon cutting will be Thursday afternoon at the Airport Control Tower Building.

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